Major League Pickleball (MLP) fans have eagerly awaited the 2024 Premier Draft, where teams will select players to form their rosters for the next three years. The draft process involves two component leagues, Premier and Challenger, making significant financial decisions as they assemble their teams.
Prior to the draft, nearly 20 players opted out, with notable names like the 'Johnson Five' initially withdrawing but later returning due to resolved contract disputes. Many players opted out to participate in Association of Pickleball Players (APP) events, which offer increased prize money compared to MLP contracts.
